GeForce GT 720A
VS
GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GT 720A vs GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce GT 720A

2014Core: 628 MHzBoost: 657 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

2019Core: 1485 MHzBoost: 1665 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GT 720A is positioned at rank #314 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 720A

#63
RadeonT RX 6850M XT
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600
99%
#304
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
766%
#306
694%
#307
692%
#311
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
629%
#312
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
625%
#314
GeForce GT 720A
MSRP: $40|Avg: $40
100%
#315
GeForce MX110
MSRP: $100|Avg: $40
100%
#321
GeForce 940A
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
98%
#323
Radeon RX 640
MSRP: $159|Avg: $55
96%
#326
Iris Pro Graphics P580
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
95%
#327
Radeon E8870PCIe
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 720A lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1287.8% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 720A.

InsightGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1287.8%)
Leading raw performance (+1287.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+700%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $75 (vs $40), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 640.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT 720A.

InsightGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+640.2%)
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($40)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 720A and GeForce GTX 1650

NVIDIA

GeForce GT 720A

The GeForce GT 720A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 628 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 567 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 720A scores 567 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 1287.8%. The GeForce GT 720A is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GT 720A) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 720A) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 657 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score
567
7,869+1288%
Architecture
Kepler
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
768
896+17%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.009 TFLOPS
2.984 TFLOPS+196%
Boost Clock
657 MHz
1665 MHz+153%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
64+14%
56
L1 Cache
64 KB
896 KB+1300%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
1 MB+300%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 720A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 720A) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
4 GB+700%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
128 GB/s
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
0.25 MB
1 MB+300%
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 720A) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12
Vulkan
1.0
1.4+40%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
2
3+50%
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No NVENC (GeForce GT 720A) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 720A) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
Encoder
No NVENC
NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP5
NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 720A draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 30.8% difference. The GeForce GT 720A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 720A) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70°C.

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
TDP
55W-27%
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
300W-14%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
229mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
75°C
70°C-7%
Perf/Watt
10.3
104.9+918%
💰

Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 720A launched at $40 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GT 720A costs 46.7% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.2 (GeForce GT 720A) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 638.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2014).

FeatureGeForce GT 720AGeForce GTX 1650
MSRP
$40-73%
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$40-47%
$75
Performance per Dollar
14.2
104.9+639%
Codename
GK106
TU117
Release
March 17 2014
April 23 2019
Ranking
#813
#323